OKLAHOMA CITY - In response to the disasters that fell upon
Oklahoma this week, House Republicans are in support of $45 million to be used
in relief from the rainy day fund and a pay raises to state troopers in
recognition of their dedication to service
during this crisis.
Republican leadership is supporting a relief package which
includes Senate Bill 249 and House Bill 2145. SB 249 will take $45 million from
the state’s Rainy Day Fund and direct them to the Oklahoma Office of Emergency
Management. HB 2145, authored by
Representative Jeff Hickman and House Speaker T.W. Shannon, will provide a pay
raise package for state troopers.
“While the full impact of this disaster is yet to be
determined, let us be thankful for those who are on the frontlines tirelessly
working to save the people of this great state,” said Speaker Shannon, R-Lawton.
“As law makers we must mirror their spirit and do what we can for those whose
lives are forever changed by this disaster. They need our help now more than
ever. Let us also stay strong in prayer and have faith that God will see us
through. ”
HB 2145 must go through conference committee and be
approved by both chambers before being signed into law by Gov. Mary
Fallin.
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